Do you want to drive positive change in the world of work? Then come along to one of our face-to-face or virtual events to learn and connect with like-minded professionals and experts with the same ambition. Ranging from global conferences and exhibitions to local membership community events, our events bring you the very best in thought leadership, learning and networking opportunities.
Our annual conferences and exhibitions
Our annual conference and exhibitions curate world-class speakers and providers, to deliver inspirational thought leadership, case studies and practical guidance. Offering a range of content topics and formats, there’s something for everyone who wants to make a positive change to the world of work.
Reward and Benefits Conference, 25 April 2024 - book your place
This engaging new conference will encourage attendees to evaluate whether their reward and benefits approach is up to current standards, and will provide tangible solutions and strategies to create one that is attractive, fair, and sustainable. Follow the link to book your place now.Ireland Annual Conference - Leading positive change - 9 May 2024 - Book your ticket now
An exciting and engaging event with thought-provoking and inspiring speakers, expert-led round tables, and lots of opportunities to network.AI at Work Conference, 21 May 2024 - book your place
Join us as we dive into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its developing role in the People Profession. Hear from experts with direct experience, advice and personal perspectives on AI. Follow the link to book your place now.Festival of Work, 12-13 June 2024 – register your interest
As we head into our 6th year, the Festival has gone from strength to strength. Winning awards, delivering more curated, engaging and cutting edge content, bringing in more people professionals, industry leaders and high profile speakers. Follow the link to register your interest and stay up to date with festival developments.Festival of Work, June 2023 – see what you missed
This free festival in London brought together people professionals, business leaders and industry experts from around the globe, to share ideas about the world of work. Follow the link to see what you missed.Annual Conference and Exhibition, 6-7 November 2024 – save the date
Be part of the leading event that brings the global people profession together. Join us in Manchester, UK, as we tackle the big questions facing the profession.Annual Conference and Exhibition, November 2023 – see what you missed
Attended by over 6,000 people professionals over two days, the conference explored innovation and reshaping work culture within the profession, with appearances from world class keynote speakers. Follow the link to see what you missed.
Evidence
Lab Live
Evidence Lab Live is a new stage for the CIPD Annual Conference and Exhibition. Building on the learnings of the CIPD Applied Research Conference (ARC), this unique format brings access to academia backed studies. It offers a unique combination of academic research and working practitioners on a range of topics such as people management, employment policies and learning and development.
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